Movie · 2013
Is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is based on the book City of Bones by Cassandra Clare (2007).
City of Bones is book 1 of The Mortal Instruments series.
The movie was released in 2013.
The book behind The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
City of Bones
by Cassandra Clare · first published 2007 · young adult fiction, fantasy, thriller
2007 novel by Cassandra Clare.
The Mortal Instruments: books in order
- City of Bones (2007)
- City of Ashes (2008)
- City of Glass (2009)
- City of Fallen Angels (2011)
- City of Lost Souls (2012)
- City of Heavenly Fire (2014)
Common questions
Is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones based on a book?
Yes. The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is based on the book City of Bones by Cassandra Clare (2007).
Who wrote the book The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is based on?
City of Bones was written by Cassandra Clare and first published in 2007.
Is City of Bones part of a series?
Yes, it is book 1 in The Mortal Instruments series.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with City of Bones, book 1 of City of Bones. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Cassandra Clare's books
- Shadowhunters (TV, 2016)